I am not wild about Audi. They are complex mechanically and expensive to repair out of warranty. Mercedes currently has the highest customer satisfaction of any car brand in the US. They must be doing something right. However, if my 1'er suddenly disappeared, I probably would not be in the market for any of these models.

It was actually the 330d that they compared in this video. The 3 liter diesel engine in that car is in between the 328d and the 335d when it comes to power, performance and fuel economy. Don't ask me what the difference is between the 335d though. All I know is I see all 3 in addition to the 320d and 318d on the roads here in Germany.

I do agree though the A4's base 2.0L TDI is weak when pitted against the the 330d, but they didn't specify if they compared the C250cdi, C300cdi which would be comparable to the 328d and the 330d respectively.

As they pointed out almost immediately, while the cars were in different trim, they were comparing the lines as a whole. Also, that was a 330d (254 HP), not the 335d (309 HP). Similar engine, yes, but slightly down on power. Still a far more powerful unit than the 2.0L diesel in the 320d (181 HP), but they didn't rate the BMW highest because it had the best acceleration, they rated it highest because of a combination of factors, including the fact that it offers the best driver-focused car.

I am not wild about Audi. They are complex mechanically and expensive to repair out of warranty.

A local automotive chain has a location near where I work so I get most of my servicing done by them. I was talking to the manager, who has worked at several dealerships, and he said he would not recommend buying a used Audi, because once they are out of warranty, the repair costs add up.

A local automotive chain has a location near where I work so I get most of my servicing done by them. I was talking to the manager, who has worked at several dealerships, and he said he would not recommend buying a used Audi, because once they are out of warranty, the repair costs add up.

What I wonder, is if this is reflected in residual values, because that is what new buyers care about. I don't know the answer.